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Top 5 veterinary colleges in the US

The list was conducted by the QS World University Rankings by Subject. This Top 5 list highlights the best Veterinary Colleges in the US ranked by the research impact of the institutions, employer reputation, and academic reputation. 1. UC DAVIS – COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE The College of Veterinary medicine at the University of California…

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Becoming a veterinarian

What does it take to become a Veterinarian (DVM) ? The average veterinarian completes 4+ years of undergraduate education, taking classes such as biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physics, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, math, animal science, and more… just to prepare them for attending veterinary school. In some cases, veterinarians already have a Master’s degree…

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Bettas need more than a bowl

More than a Fish! Known for their bright, beautiful coloration and elaborate fin displays, betta fish are a common household pet. These little beauties require specific care to ensure that they stay happy and healthy.  Housing Your Betta The first thing to consider for a betta fish is its environment. Betta fish are often seen…

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Vital signs in a healthy horse

One of the most important and overlooked items is monitoring the vital signs of a healthy horse. If you don’t know what vital signs are when your horse is in fact healthy, it will be that much harder to determine when something is wrong. General Demeanor Your horse should be alert, interested and aware of…

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Coronavirus in horses & its impact on humans

Equine coronavirus infections result in high morbidity and low mortality, meaning many horses may be affected but few will die. Horses generally recover from the infection within three to seven days, but some (very few) will develop complications and deterioration that warrant euthanasia. Coronavirus infection in horses is very different to COVID-19 in humans. At…

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Recognizing pain in cats

Pain it isn’t always obvious to others when you’re experiencing it. Unless it’s a broken leg twisted at a 90-degree angle or a big bruise on your arm, pain is a condition with no obvious external manifestations. Sure, some people are good at going around making sure everyone knows they’ve stubbed a toe or pulled…

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Top 5 reasons to adopt a cat

If you’ve been lonely or feel like something is missing from your life, maybe its time to look no further than a new special friend… perhaps that someone is an adorable bundle of purring fur. #5 They Smell Good, No Bathing Needed Not only do they smell good, but there’s no need to bathe them…

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Why is my cat always scratching?

You’re probably wondering why your cat is always scratching itself… its definitely frustrating for both pet owners, veterinarians, and of course your cat! The signs most often noticed by owners are itching, excessive grooming, hair loss, and scabs. There are many causes for skin problems like these, and it is often difficult to tell them…

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5 reasons NOT to toilet train your cat

My first piece of advice when it comes to cats, toilets and litter boxes: Step 1:  Buy a litterbox and litterStep 2:  Let your cat use the litterboxStep 3:  Scoop the litterbox daily Cleaning the litterbox is not the most fun part about living with cats.  But consider this:  toilets were made for humans.  Humans…

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